South Africa’s AFCON journey continues tonight as they prepare for a mouth-watering Round of 16 clash against Cameroon in Rabat, Morocco. Despite challenging weather conditions since their arrival, the Bafana Bafana camp remains calm, focused, and determined to take another big step in the tournament, Softfootball reports.
The South Africans booked their place in the knockout stages after a dramatic 3-2 victory over fierce rivals Zimbabwe in their final group game, a result that underlined their fighting spirit and attacking intent. Having reached the semifinals in the last edition of the tournament, expectations are once again rising, with hopes of matching that run or even going one step further by reaching the final and lifting the trophy.
In a statement shared via South Africa’s official X handle, the team addressed the conditions in Morocco ahead of the crucial tie:
There has been no shortage of rain since we arrived in Rabat, Morocco, on Friday. But the wet conditions have certainly not dampened the spirit and we remain focused on our Last 16 match against Cameroon tonight.
The statement was shared alongside an exclusive video showing the Bafana Bafana players in high spirits, as they arrive for the Round of 16 clash against Cameroon. Watch video below:
With confidence high and momentum on their side, South Africa will now turn their attention to Cameroon in what promises to be an epic knockout encounter, as Bafana Bafana chase another deep run at AFCON.
